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Trip from Athens, PA to Haverford, PA

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 7m

Distance

187.8 mi

302 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$31

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

10 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
3h 54m ★
6 AM
4h 7m
8 AM
4h 34m
10 AM
4h 17m
12 PM
4h 14m
3 PM
4h 18m
5 PM
4h 32m
8 PM
4h 0m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Athens, PA, PA

Athens, PA

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Trip Overview

This 187.8-mile drive from Athens, PA to Haverford, PA will take approximately 4 hours and 7 minutes. Primarily utilizing the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, US 220, and PA 118, this route is almost entirely highway, making it a straightforward, single-day trip. With an estimated fuel cost of $31, it's an economical option for a quick journey. The drive begins in Pennsylvania's Northeast region and concludes in the same state, offering a consistent feel throughout. Given its manageable duration and highway focus, it's well-suited for a day trip without the need for an overnight stop.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

93.9 miles from Athens, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 17m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension 85.8 mi 1h 32m
US 220 34.7 mi 40m
PA 118 17.8 mi 25m
Route 487 13.8 mi 23m
Memorial Highway 6.3 mi 13m
PA 309 5.5 mi 7m
PA 115 4.3 mi 7m
West Montgomery Avenue 4.3 mi 9m
Longest stretch: Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension — 85.8 mi, about 1h 32m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Athens, PA and Haverford, PA.

1

Start on PA 199

0.7 mi · 1 min · South Main Street
2

Turn left onto West Pine Street

0.7 mi · 1 min · West Pine Street
3

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 35 sec
4

Merge onto US 220

17 mi · 21 min · US 220
Use the straight lane.
5

Keep slight right at fork onto US 220

17 mi · 19 min · US 220
6

Turn left onto PA 87

173 ft · 3 sec · East Main Street
7

Continue on PA 87

0.3 mi · 27 sec · Mill Street
8

Continue on PA 487

4.2 mi · 7 min · Bernice Road
9

Turn left onto PA 487

3.1 mi · 5 min · PA 487
10

Turn left onto PA 487

14 mi · 23 min · Route 487
11

Turn left onto PA 118

18 mi · 25 min · PA 118
12

Turn right onto PA 415

1.6 mi · 3 min · Memorial Highway
13

Enter roundabout onto PA 415

120 ft · 2 sec · Memorial Highway
14

Continue on PA 415

4.7 mi · 9 min · Memorial Highway
15

Continue on PA 309

5.5 mi · 7 min · PA 309
16

Continue on PA 115

4.3 mi · 7 min · PA 115
17

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 44 sec
Toward PATP
18

Keep slight left at fork

0.1 mi · 13 sec
Toward PATP
19

Keep slight left at fork

0.4 mi · 56 sec
Toward I 476 South: Allentown
20

Merge onto I 476; PATP

85 mi · 1 hr 32 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21

Continue on I 476; PATP

0.3 mi · 23 sec · Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Exit 20
22

Keep slight left at fork onto I 476; PATP

0.2 mi · 18 sec · Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Use the slight left lane.
23

Continue on I 476

3.4 mi · 4 min · Mid-County Expressway
24

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 42 sec
Exit 16 Toward I 76 East, I 76 West: Philadelphia, Valley Forge Use the slight right lane.
25

Keep slight right at fork

521 ft · 12 sec
Exit 16B Toward I 76 West: Valley Forge Use the slight right lane.
26

Keep slight right at fork

0.1 mi · 21 sec
Toward Conshohocken Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
27

Turn left onto Matsonford Road

0.9 mi · 1 min · Matsonford Road
Use the left lane.
28

Turn left onto PA 320

4.3 mi · 9 min · West Montgomery Avenue
29

Turn left onto Woodside Road

525 ft · 23 sec · Woodside Road
30

Turn left onto Winsor Lane

343 ft · 18 sec · Winsor Lane
31

Turn left

10 ft · 0 sec
32

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

Given the 4-hour, 7-minute duration and 187.8-mile distance, departing Athens, PA in the morning will comfortably get you to Haverford, PA by the afternoon. With only one recommended stop and a highway-centric profile, you have flexibility in pacing. The estimated fuel cost is around $31. A practical tip for this route: be aware that the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension is a toll road, so ensure you have your E-ZPass or cash ready for payment points along that 85.8-mile segment.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 93.9 miles from Athens, PA, or about 2h 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 85.8 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 80 miles or 1h 55m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 93.9 miles or 2h 17m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 22m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Haverford, PA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Athens, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Athens, PA

This is one driving day of about 187.8 miles and 4h 7m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Athens, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension for about 85.8 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in and county seat of Onondaga County, New York, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Syracuse, NY

94 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Pacing Suggestions

Syracuse, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Ramapo, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 93.9 miles from Athens, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 85.8 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Artesano Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20 mile 187.8

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+12673318457

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 120.7

Lehighton, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour

Sayre, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 80.5

Kingston, Pennsylvania

+18668167584

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour

Waverly, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18668167584

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 107.3

Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Applegreen Electric Charging Station

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 107.3

Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania

+18885577099

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 107.3

Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Applegreen Electric Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 107.3

Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania

+18885577099

Visit website

Allentown Service Plaza

0.1 mi from route

Hickory Run Service Plaza

0.1 mi from route

Hickory Run Truck Plaza

1.5 mi from route

Elmwood Park Zoo

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 174.3

Norristown, Pennsylvania

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+16102773825

Visit website

Lake Lenape Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 160.9

Sellersville, Pennsylvania

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+12152575065

The Sellersville Museum

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 160.9

Sellersville, Pennsylvania

Hours: Closed

+12152575253

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 23

5 decision points cluster between mile 1.7 and 182.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
1.7 mi into trip | ~3m in | US 220

Merge onto US 220

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.
7
178.2 mi into trip | ~3h 48m in | I 476; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension

Keep slight left at fork onto I 476; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane.
8
181.9 mi into trip | ~3h 53m in

Take the exit toward I 76 East, I 76 West: Philadelphia, Valley Forge

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 16 Toward I 76 East, I 76 West: Philadelphia, Vall...
8
182.2 mi into trip | ~3h 54m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 76 West: Valley Forge

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 16B Toward I 76 West: Valley Forge
8
182.3 mi into trip | ~3h 54m in

Keep slight right at fork toward Conshohocken

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward Conshohocken

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$31.13 one way

$62.27 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 66 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $34.10 $68.20
premium $4.93 $36.42 $72.84
diesel $5.61 $41.46 $82.93

Estimated Tolls: $11.16

Pennsylvania Turnpike (85.8 mi) $11.16

Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$31

Tolls

$11

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$67–$92

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 65.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

EV Charging Along Route

10 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

Blink Charging Station

Lehighton, Pennsylvania

Blink

1 DCFC

ChargePoint Charging Station

Sayre, Pennsylvania

ChargePoint

1 DCFC

EV Connect Charging Station

Waverly, New York

EV Connect

1 DCFC

Applegreen Electric Charging Station

Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania

Other

1 DCFC

Tesla Supercharger

Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania

Tesla

1 DCFC

EV Connect Charging Station

Kingston, Pennsylvania

EV Connect

1 DCFC

Applegreen Electric Charging Station

Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania

Other

1 DCFC

Tesla Supercharger

Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania

Tesla

1 DCFC

Other: 3 ChargePoint: 2 EV Connect: 2 Tesla: 2 Blink: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 56.3 0 $19.72 $9.01
Efficient EV 47 0 $16.43 $7.51
EV Truck/SUV 75.1 0 $26.29 $12.02

Gas CO2

66 kg

EV CO2

22 kg (67% less)

This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.

DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast as of Apr 14, 2026

Origin

Athens, PA

Morning in Athens on Sunday

Local time

7:52 AM

EDT

Current temp

49°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Haverford, PA

Morning in Haverford on Sunday

Local time

7:52 AM

EDT

Current temp

60°F

Partly Cloudy

W 5 mph 1% chance Live forecast

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

Time zone

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

11 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

4h 7m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Valley Forge National Historical Park

Valley Forge National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Valley Forge is the place where George Washington and the Continental Army took refuge during the winter of 1777-1778. Today the park protects 3,500 acres of meadows, woodlands, historic landscapes, a...

7 mi from route ~17 min detour Free near mile 181.3
View on nps.gov
Independence National Historical Park

Independence National Historical Park

National Historical Park

The park represents the founding ideals of the nation, and preserves national and international symbols of freedom and democracy, including Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell. The Declaration of I...

9 mi from route ~22 min detour $1 near mile 187.8
View on nps.gov
Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial

Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial

National Memorial

Visit the house where wounded Polish freedom fighter Thaddeus Kosciuszko lived and hear how this brilliant military engineer designed successful fortifications during the American Revolution. See the...

9 mi from route ~23 min detour Free near mile 187.8
View on nps.gov
First State National Historical Park

First State National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Famous as the First State to ratify the Constitution, Delaware was born out of a conflict among three world powers for dominance of the Delaware Valley. From this beginning, the region developed a dis...

19 mi from route ~48 min detour Free near mile 187.8
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a highway-focused experience on this 187.8-mile journey, with 90% of the drive taking place on high-speed roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 85.8 miles along the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, offering a consistent pace for a significant portion of your travel. While the majority is on major thoroughfares like the Turnpike and US 220, the inclusion of PA 118 may introduce some variation as you approach your destination. This route prioritizes efficient travel over winding backroads.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 32 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension is the longest continuous segment at about 85.8 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

9/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension and US 220. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.7 miles in near US 220.

Driving Effort 9/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 23 significant decision points across 187.8 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 1.7 miles (US 220): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 178.2 miles (I 476; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 181.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

On the drive from Athens, PA to Haverford, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Patp along the way.

Patp

91.8 mi in | ~2h 14m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 7m. Total distance: 187.8 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Athens, PA to Haverford, PA covers 187.8 miles and takes about 4h 7m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, US 220, PA 118. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 93.9 miles from Athens, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $31.13 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

This is a demanding drive. With 23 significant decision points across 187.8 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

The main spots that need attention: at 1.7 miles (US 220): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 178.2 miles (I 476; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 181.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

On the drive from Athens, PA to Haverford, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Patp along the way.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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